Zoos

Large Cats

Name: Large Cats
Address: Kaufman Dr, St Paul, MN 55103, St Paul, MN, US
Telephone: (651) 487-8201
Rating: 4.9

★★★★☆ 4.9 (18 reviews)

📍 Kaufman Dr, St Paul, MN 55103

📞 (651) 487-8201

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🕐 Hours

Monday	10 AM–4:30 PM
Tuesday	10 AM–4:30 PM
Wednesday	10 AM–4:30 PM
Thursday	10 AM–4:30 PM
Friday	10 AM–4:30 PM
Saturday	10 AM–4:30 PM
Sunday	10 AM–4:30 PM

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About Large Cats

Large Cats is a zoo in St Paul, MN. The Large Cats building features Amur Tigers, of which only approximately 600 exist in captivity and around 450 remain in the wild, with populations reported to be growing. Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars by 18 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Zoo
Best For: All ages
Highlights: Amur Tigers, Snow Leopards, African Lions, Cougars with indoor/outdoor viewing
Admission: Free (donations encouraged)
Notable Feature: Elevated walkway around lion habitat, habitat-based enclosure design

💡 Did You Know?

⭐The Large Cats building features Amur Tigers, of which only approximately 600 exist in captivity and around 450 remain in the wild, with populations reported to be growing
⭐The zoo offers free admission with donations encouraged, making it an accessible educational attraction for all ages
⭐The Large Cats building includes an uncommon pairing of large felines with armadillos, creating surprising bio-diversity in a single exhibit space
⭐The exhibits feature an elevated walkway around the lion area and viewing locations for snow leopards and cougars accessible from both indoor and outdoor positions, demonstrating intentional multi-angle exhibit design

💬 What Visitors Say

💡Don't miss the elevated walkway around the lion enclosure—it provides superior viewing angles that ground-level viewing cannot match. This is the only way to see lions at this venue.
💡Start with the tiger enclosures for excellent interior views throughout the Large Cats building. The design allows you to see these animals from multiple vantage points inside.
💡Take advantage of dual indoor/outdoor viewing for snow leopards and cougars. Visit both locations to maximize your viewing opportunities depending on weather and animal activity.
💬Admission is free but donations are encouraged and support the zoo's operations. Consider contributing what you can, especially if visiting with family, to help sustain this intimate, free-access facility.
💡Learn about the critically endangered Amur Tiger population (only ~450 remain in the wild, ~600 in captivity). This venue's educational displays highlight conservation efforts—ask staff about population recovery programs during your visit.